Average Teacher Salary
Updated August 18, 2021
Average Teacher Salary
$46,000 yearly
$22.41 hourly
Entry level Salary
$33,000 yearly$33,000
10 %
$46,000
Median
$64,000
90 %
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| Percentile | Annual Salary | Monthly Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $64,000 | $5,333 | $31 |
| 75th Percentile | $55,000 | $4,583 | $26 |
| Average | $46,618 | $3,885 | $22 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,000 | $3,250 | $19 |
| 10th Percentile | $33,000 | $2,750 | $16 |
Average Teacher Salary By State
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Teacher average salary by State
| State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | Job Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $41,795 | $20.09 | 153 |
| Alaska | $51,570 | $24.79 | 17 |
| Arizona | $34,615 | $16.64 | 1,095 |
| Arkansas | $36,525 | $17.56 | 141 |
| California | $54,206 | $26.06 | 1,815 |
| Colorado | $37,539 | $18.05 | 702 |
| Connecticut | $54,022 | $25.97 | 629 |
| Delaware | $42,804 | $20.58 | 99 |
| District of Columbia | $56,069 | $26.96 | 174 |
| Florida | $37,041 | $17.81 | 1,305 |
| Georgia | $40,777 | $19.60 | 757 |
| Hawaii | $50,032 | $24.05 | 10 |
| Idaho | $36,897 | $17.74 | 98 |
| Illinois | $45,986 | $22.11 | 1,620 |
| Indiana | $37,066 | $17.82 | 535 |
| Iowa | $41,004 | $19.71 | 239 |
| Kansas | $38,392 | $18.46 | 248 |
| Kentucky | $46,186 | $22.20 | 134 |
| Louisiana | $38,604 | $18.56 | 180 |
| Maine | $38,745 | $18.63 | 41 |
| Maryland | $55,251 | $26.56 | 859 |
| Massachusetts | $55,207 | $26.54 | 723 |
| Michigan | $44,644 | $21.46 | 843 |
| Minnesota | $43,804 | $21.06 | 625 |
| Mississippi | $35,069 | $16.86 | 99 |
| Missouri | $36,571 | $17.58 | 427 |
| Montana | $36,178 | $17.39 | 133 |
| Nebraska | $42,800 | $20.58 | 174 |
| Nevada | $43,133 | $20.74 | 746 |
| New Hampshire | $42,345 | $20.36 | 216 |
| New Jersey | $48,914 | $23.52 | 1,156 |
| New Mexico | $37,554 | $18.05 | 236 |
| New York | $56,674 | $27.25 | 1,164 |
| North Carolina | $35,623 | $17.13 | 827 |
| North Dakota | $40,443 | $19.44 | 21 |
| Ohio | $44,147 | $21.22 | 684 |
| Oklahoma | $29,858 | $14.35 | 292 |
| Oregon | $50,158 | $24.11 | 241 |
| Pennsylvania | $48,738 | $23.43 | 926 |
| Rhode Island | $48,687 | $23.41 | 60 |
| South Carolina | $37,552 | $18.05 | 383 |
| South Dakota | $35,150 | $16.90 | 17 |
| Tennessee | $39,945 | $19.20 | 396 |
| Texas | $44,963 | $21.62 | 1,747 |
| Utah | $41,829 | $20.11 | 127 |
| Vermont | $41,568 | $19.98 | 42 |
| Virginia | $47,183 | $22.68 | 716 |
| Washington | $48,720 | $23.42 | 462 |
| West Virginia | $37,372 | $17.97 | 23 |
| Wisconsin | $40,324 | $19.39 | 344 |
| Wyoming | $45,404 | $21.83 | 37 |
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Highest Paying Cities For Teacher
| City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $57,022 | $27.41 |
| Washington, DC | $56,018 | $26.93 |
| San Francisco, CA | $55,995 | $26.92 |
| Baltimore, MD | $55,495 | $26.68 |
| Boston, MA | $55,198 | $26.54 |
| Portland, OR | $50,072 | $24.07 |
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Average Teacher Salary Over Time
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| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $46,600 | $22.41 | +1.8% |
| 2021 | $45,800 | $22.00 | +2.4% |
| 2020 | $44,700 | $21.48 | +1.6% |
| 2019 | $43,900 | $21.13 | +1.4% |
| 2018 | $43,300 | $20.83 | +1.0% |
Average JOB Salary by Field
Substitute School Teacher
Avg. salary: $29,815
A substitute teacher is liable for providing learning instruction and managing classroom settings in the absence of the regular teacher. They are responsible for checking student attendance, explaining homework, and maintaining classroom cleanliness. They generally report to the principal at the school to which they are assigned. They plan and prepare lesson plans and teach students a variety of subjects, including English, science, and mathematics. Moreover, they ensure that the students are disciplined, and talk with parents and discuss the progress.
70,574 Substitute School Teacher JobsMath And Science Teacher
Avg. salary: $48,677
Math and Science Teachers are responsible for imparting knowledge and developing a student's skills in mathematics and science. Their duties include creating lessons, producing learning materials, sourcing supplies, and grading examinations and quizzes. They develop student progress reports, provide constructive feedback, and work with parents to inform a student's educational development. Math and Science Teachers must ensure awareness of special educational needs and health and safety regulations related to subject teachings.
66,119 Math And Science Teacher JobsSummer School Teacher
Avg. salary: $53,106
A Summer School Teacher is a teacher who works during the summer period. They develop and implement schemes of work and lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives. Generally, they have the same duties as a school teacher.
59,002 Summer School Teacher JobsTeacher-In-Training
Avg. salary: $31,775
A teacher-in-training is a teaching professional who offers technical teaching assistance to teachers in developing effective behavior management and instructional strategies to support student learning. The teacher must collaborate with principals while employing diverse techniques to increase the effectiveness of student learning. By observing classes and then giving feedback to teachers about their teaching style, classroom management, and techniques are some of the responsibilities of a teacher-in-training. The teacher must also develop a wide array of curriculum materials and lesson plans for classroom instruction.
138,108 Teacher-In-Training JobsSubstitute Teacher
Avg. salary: $33,245
Substitute teachers are responsible for filling in the role of regular teachers who will not be able to come to school. They may be engaged short-term or long-term, depending on the need. Substitute teachers should have a deep understanding of the topics that are related to the subject matter and are appropriate to the learning level of the student. They should be able to advance the lessons while the regular teacher is unavailable. At times, they are required to create their own lesson plans. Substitute teachers should have the skills of regular teachers. They should also be flexible and adaptable.
63,750 Substitute Teacher JobsHead Start Teacher
Avg. salary: $30,390
A head start teacher is responsible for organizing lectures and monitoring classroom operations for students with financial difficulties. Head start teachers have the same roles as regular teachers, such as preparing lesson plans, conducting assessments to test the students' knowledge, documenting their progress, and planning group activities to observe their personal and social behaviors. They also coordinate with the students' parents to share the child's difficulties and strategize methods to enhance capabilities. A head start teacher must have excellent communication skills, especially in attending to students for their needs and encouraging them to reach their maximum potentials.
55,099 Head Start Teacher Jobs| Job Title | Annual Salary | Monthly Salary | Hourly Rate | Job Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Substitute School Teacher | $29,815 | $2,485 | $14.33 | 70,574 |
| Math And Science Teacher | $48,677 | $4,056 | $23.40 | 66,119 |
| Summer School Teacher | $53,107 | $4,426 | $25.53 | 59,002 |
| Teacher-In-Training | $31,775 | $2,648 | $15.28 | 138,108 |
| Substitute Teacher | $33,245 | $2,770 | $15.98 | 63,750 |
| Head Start Teacher | $30,390 | $2,533 | $14.61 | 55,099 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Average Teacher Salary by Demographic
Teacher Gender Pay Gap
Male Income
$55,032
Female Income
$52,171
| Gender | Income |
|---|---|
| Male | $55,032 |
| Female | $52,171 |
Median Teacher Income by Race
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| White | $53,030 |
| Black or African American | $52,341 |
| Asian | $55,320 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $54,395 |
Average Teacher Salary by Education Level
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | $42,657 |
| Master's Degree | $52,171 |
| Doctorate Degree | $54,496 |
Teacher Salaries FAQs
Can you make 100k as a teacher?
Yes, you can make $100k working as a teacher. While most teachers in the U.S. make around $60,000 a year, some teachers can acquire paychecks of $100,000 or more. A teacher's salary can depend on the school district, level of education, experience, and the teaching job.
Most teachers don't walk into the role seeking a lucrative salary, but like everyone else, they do welcome opportunities to advance. Some teachers move into higher-paying jobs, like teaching special education or middle or high school students.
Some teachers may also continue their education and become principals or teach at a university or college level.
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the average pay is highest for teachers in public elementary and secondary schools. Some of the highest-paid states include California at $84,659, New York ($87,543), and Washington D.C. ($79,350).